"Huh, Genoese, don't bully others too much. Although I do need something from you now, it doesn't mean you can take this opportunity to take advantage of it." A majestic and cold voice came from above Rusnina's palace.

The repercussions caused the original atmosphere of the negotiation to suddenly turn negative.

For a moment, the ministers were stunned, and the expressions on the faces of the Genoese envoys who were originally prepared to continue bargaining were not very good. They thought that they had the initiative in this negotiation, and no matter how they set out the conditions, what they saw in front of them

The Greeks could only choose to accept it helplessly. However, when they formally met with the co-emperor of the empire in front of them, they found that things were not as simple as they thought. Mikhail Dukas was not someone who could be left to others.

Although the two countries have intended to reach an alliance, Epirus obviously does not want to hand over the initiative.

The differences between the two sides lied in the navigation rights of the Black Sea and the issue of trade privileges after expelling Venice. Genoa opened its mouth from the beginning, not only demanding the right to enter and exit the Black Sea, but also demanding that the Galata District be permanently leased to the Genoese after regaining Constantinople.

Settlement, and Genoese merchants will enjoy a series of privileges such as tax exemption on trade and judicial independence throughout the empire. This is completely imitated by the Venetian method of gradually eroding the empire, but the arrogant and greedy Genoese want to achieve it in one step.

No matter how short-sighted they are, they can immediately see what their intentions are. This was unacceptable to Epirus for a while, and made Mikhail even more angry. He was not willing to become a vassal when looking for someone to cooperate, and trade privileges

It can still be discussed, but the Black Sea, even when the empire was in its most difficult times, never thought of sharing it with others, the Genoese's move was clearly taking advantage of others' danger.

In anger, Mikhail Ducasse simply prepared to end the negotiations between the two countries, which surprised the Genoese people.

"Your Majesty Mikhail..."

Seeing such a scene, the situation was so tense all of a sudden that the Genoese, who were worried that the alliance between the two countries would give up halfway, first retreated in their hearts and were about to make some concessions to appease the dissatisfaction of the Romans.

However, before he could finish his words, he was interrupted by Constance Doria, the leader of the envoy who was standing in front of him, waving his hand.

I saw that the calm old man did not waver at all because of the Roman Emperor's toughness. Instead, he slowly stood up, faced Emperor Mikhail's eagle-like eyes, and replied calmly: "Deceive others."

Too much? Your Majesty's words made me a little confused. This is a matter of mutual benefit, so how can it be regarded as taking advantage of the situation? By becoming friends with the Empire, our mother state, the Republic of Genoa, will bear huge risks. If Your Majesty, you

If you are not even willing to pay this price, then we will question your sincerity in forming an alliance with us."

"Sincerity? Humph, you actually have the nerve to say sincerity?" Mikhail laughed angrily after receiving such an answer, and then the gloomy look on his face turned a bit ferocious at this moment. "Since Your Excellency said so, then

Can you give me a reasonable explanation for what happened on Corfu a few days ago? Even revenge on the Venetians must be done under the banner of the empire instead of directly taking action. How can I believe that you can help me deal with the Latins?

Deal with the Venetians and recapture Constantinople?" The low roar made everyone in the palace tremble slightly, including the Genoese envoys present. This matter was indeed their fault, but they ordered it to be done.

They also have no way of knowing who caused this incident.

"That's just a misunderstanding. Your Majesty, please calm down. We only found out about this matter when we just arrived. We will thoroughly investigate the specific situation and give an explanation to the empire. But I think this matter is not enough."

In order to hinder the alliance between our two countries, if Your Majesty holds grudges just because of this, it is really not the magnanimity that a king should have, isn't it?" At this time, a voice that was neither humble nor arrogant sounded among the envoys, calm and composed, but it was too much.

Although he is younger, he seems out of place among a group of elders.

Immediately attracting the attention of everyone present, Mikhail Dukas also immediately noticed a very conspicuous young man standing among the Genoa mission.

This is a handsome-looking young man, wearing a white Italian-style aristocratic tights underneath and a brown open-breasted shawl outside. His long golden brown hair is draped behind him, looking neat and tidy. Before he

Hiding behind the adults did not bother Mikhail, but now he actually stood up and looked at him with those blue eyes, which made the co-ruling emperor a little curious.

"Are you...?" There was no scolding or contempt. Mikhail Dukas seemed to be very interested in the young man in front of him.

The young man from Genoa who took the initiative to stand up also responded respectfully and without any gaffes: "Replying to your Majesty, I am Andrea Doria, the nephew of Lord Constance, and I am here with the delegation."

"Andrea Doria...although I don't have much impression, but since you came here with me, I believe you must be outstanding enough to be valued so much. What did you mean when you just said that I am not strong enough?" Look deeply.

Emperor Mikhail asked, glancing at the young man in front of him. This scene immediately made everyone present very nervous, whether it was the ministers of Epirus or the envoys of Genoa, no matter how outstanding Andrea was

, after all, you are still too young, it would be terrible if you say something wrong.

However, only Andrea's uncle, Constance Doria, did not stop all this. Instead, he quietly pushed it aside, seemingly leaving all the task of persuading Emperor Mikhail to Andrea.

It even made everyone's hearts pick up in their throats.

I saw Andrea calmly reply: "Your Majesty, you are very grateful. I don't think that your Majesty is not brave enough, I just think that you will not give up our support so easily, because in your opinion, cooperation with us will be difficult."

It will make you feel more at ease than cooperating with Bulgaria. After all, there is no direct conflict of interest with Genoa and our empire. And the ambitious Tsar Kaloyan is both your collaborator and your competitor for the throne, isn't he?"

The young man deliberately prolonged his voice, and the meaningful answer made the expressions of everyone present change slightly. After hearing such words, the expression on Mikhail Dukas's face also became subtle at this moment.

The whole palace fell silent for a moment, and the quiet and depressed people were a little scared.

At this moment, the eunuch who was serving the emperor finally stood up and scolded in a sharp voice:

"Presumptuous! You actually dare to talk nonsense here. His Majesty Mikhail was crowned as co-emperor by the golden seal of His Majesty Muzfius. There is no so-called contender for the throne. How can the orthodox imperial power tolerate you?
Chapter completed!